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Family of four dressed in Halloween costumes.

The best Halloween costumes for a family of 4 that are simple to find or create

Check out this list of the best and most fun Halloween costumes for a family of four that will make your crew the neighborhood celebrities on All Hallows' Eve.
A family having fun in a pumpkin patch

When to buy your pumpkins for Halloween: Tips for buying pumpkins before they run out

A family enjoying lying in the leaves.

Fun fall bucket list activities to do with kids

Kids running with each other at a party.

The best party games for your sports-loving kids

A person checking their Apple watch.

Should your kids have an Apple Watch?

Family posing for a photo at a reunion

How to plan a family reunion: The ultimate guide to a fantastic event

Kids enjoying eating pizza at a birthday party

9 incredible birthday party food ideas when you’re on a budget

Two kids sitting in front of a U.S. flag

7 fun 4th of July games the whole family can play

Family enjoying fireworks at night

How to put together the perfect 4th of July picnic

Baby shower favors

9 inexpensive baby shower favors people will actually like

Juneteenth sign in red, black, and green

What is Juneteenth? How to talk to kids about this important holiday

Little girl and her dad celebrating

5 amazing Father’s Day activities every dad will want to do

Little girl with dad holding a wrapped gift

8 great Father’s Day gift ideas for every kind of dad

Looking for the best Father's Day gifts for all types of dads? We've got ideas for the sports dad, tech dad, and even the grillin' dad.
Rainbow flag for Pride Month

A simple guide for talking with your grade schooler about LGBTQ+ identity

Learn how to talk to your kids about LGBTQ+ with these helpful suggestions and resources.
An American flag on a deserted beach signifying Memorial Day weekend

Family fun: 5 amazing Memorial Day weekend getaway destinations that are off the beaten path

Celebrate the unofficial start of summer with these Memorial Day vacations ideas that are off the beaten path.
Yummy Mother's Day pancakes on a tray spelling Mom

Kids of all ages can make these easy and delicious meals for Mom on Mother’s Day

Looking for something different for Mother's Day gift ideas? Try these Mother's Day meals the kids can make on their own.
Excited family boarding an airplane for family reunion

These are the best cities for kid-friendly vacations

Check out this ranking of the top cities in the U.S. before planning your next kid-friendly vacation.
Table full of Easter desserts

Easy Easter desserts kids will hop over

Looking for easy dessert ideas for the Easter holiday? Here are simple Easter dessert recipes the kids will love.
Table set with side dishes for Easter

Tasty Easter side dishes to bring to the table that will get the kids excited

Easter side dishes are often the most popular foods on the table. Try these tasty Easter side recipes this spring that will get the kids excited to eat.
Teen girls holding basket of Easter eggs wearing bunny ears

What to put in Easter Eggs for tweens and teens so they actually look forward to the hunt

Looking for Easter egg filler ideas for tweens and teens? We've got several that they'll actually like.
Colored Easter eggs lined up in the grass

A complete guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing eggs for Easter

A guide to perfectly boiling and dyeing your eggs for this Easter.
A boy and girl having fun during an Easter egg hunt

10 treats for your toddler’s Easter eggs that aren’t candy

Are you looking for candy alternatives to fill your Easter eggs? We've got you covered with 10 great treats that aren't candy.
Toddler wearing shamrock glasses and hat

6 fun St. Patrick’s Day activities to do with your kids this year – from crafting to cooking

There are a lot of ways you can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your kids. Here are some of the best.
Four inviting St. Patrick's Day cupcakes

St. Patrick’s Day dessert ideas to integrate the Irish holiday into the family’s after-dinner treat time

Cap off a fun March 17 with these delicious St. Patrick's Day desserts.
Tasty bowl of Irish stew to enjoy on St. Patrick's Day

Tasty St. Patrick’s Day recipes to bring the tradition to the family’s dinner plate

Everyone is Irish on March 17 so get cooking with delicious St. Patrick's Day recipes the whole family will eat.
Plate of heart-shaped pancakes for Valentine's Day

How to make heart-shaped pancakes for Valentine’s Day

Learn how to make heart-shaped pancakes just in time to make Valentine's Day breakfast special for the whole family.
Valentine's Day cookies on a table with a bowl

Try a homemade treat: 5 easy Valentine’s Day desserts the kids will love

Try these easy Valentine's Day desserts to make February 14 special for the kids.
Family watches a football game on TV together

7 fun ways to entertain kids during the Super Bowl so you can enjoy the game

If your child isn’t a football fan, there are plenty of ways to still keep them entertained during the Super Bowl. We have seven great activities.
Paper artwork for Valentine's Day

Why you should celebrate Valentine’s Day with your kids, especially if you’re single

Don't let the kids see you grumpy on Valentine's Day. If you're a single parent, it's important to celebrate all of the love you have in your life.
Black History Month sign

Movies and shows to binge with your teen for Black History Month

Black History Month shouldn't be a topic you leave up to the school to cover. Bring real discussions home by watching these movies with your teen.
Mom and kids baking a cake

3 easy ways to get your kids excited (and learning) about Chinese New Year

If your kids don't know a lot about Chinese New Year (or Lunar New Year) and you'd like them to learn a bit about the tradition, here are a few ways.
A person making a list of New Year's resolutions

5 New Year’s resolution ideas for kids that promote healthy habits

Kids' New Year's resolutions are a great way for the whole family to develop healthier habits.
Happy New Year sign with confetti

Ring in the new year with kids – and these tips to make it fun for all

Need help figuring out how to count down to the new year with kids around? We have tips to include everyone in the house so no one feels left out.
Happy kids at a birthday party

An expert party planner reveals the top kids’ party trends for 2023

Looking for birthday party ideas for your kids? Here are the top kids' party trends for 2023 from party-planning expert Virginia Edelson.
A family playing together in the snow

Games to play in the snow that are perfect for kids of any age

Looking for ways to get outside this Christmas break? We have six new and fun games to play in the snow this season that kids of all ages will enjoy.
Tasty meatballs made in a crockpot

10 super simple Christmas crockpot meals that are ideal for busy families

Enjoy these tasty and easy Christmas crockpot meals this holiday season.
Family decorating tree

How many presents should your child get for Christmas? Here are some insights

Celebrating Christmas doesn't have to be stressful or expensive. We offer hints in determining how many gifts to give your children.
Santa sitting with a little girl going over the list

Santa is now just a video chat away with Cameo – check this out!

Keep the kids off the naughty list with a special personalized Santa video from Cameo.
Christmas crafts tools

7 great Christmas crafts your 14-year-old will think are cool

Christmas activities for teens, such as creating ornaments or special presents, are a wonderful way to connect with your teenager.
Game Night words on game board

10 classic board games that make ideal holiday gifts

Kids will love getting these classic family board games as gifts.
A teenager holding some Christmas presents.

8 cool holiday gift ideas for teens who have it all and hate everything

Don't want to see your teenager roll their eyes at their Christmas presents? We have a list of holiday gifts for teens that won't let you down.
Baby in front of a Christmas tree

Baby’s first Christmas: How to commemorate and celebrate with your new addition

Here are fun ways to celebrate your baby's first Christmas.
Baby wearing Santa hat

10 best gifts for baby’s first Christmas that are practical (and not just toys)

You'll love these practical gifts for your baby's first Christmas.
Baby bump wrapped up like a Christmas present

7 charming ideas for a Christmas pregnancy announcement

Need holly jolly Christmas pregnancy announcement ideas for this holiday season? Unwrap these cute suggestions.
Baby in front of a Christmas tree

How to baby-proof your Christmas tree and keep your little one safe this holiday

Christmas trees are beautiful, but dangerous for babies. Here's how to keep your little one safe this season.
Mom and daughter making homemade Christmas ornaments

Christmas charities where families can volunteer together to give back

Want to spread the cheer this holiday season? There are so many Christmas charities where families can volunteer together, and we have four of the best.
Mom-and daughter making Christmas ornaments

8 easy homemade Christmas ornaments kids can make and hang on the tree

Get crafty with the kids this holiday season by making these homemade Christmas tree ornaments.
A family posing in matching Christmas outfitss.

6 adorable family Christmas outfit ideas for your holiday photo

Are you ready to send out the holiday cards? Check out our family Christmas outfit ideas to get everyone ready to cheese it up.
Dad and daughter writing letters to Santa Claus

5 genius ways to keep the magic of Santa Claus alive for your children

Want to keep the magic of Santa Claus alive in your house? Here are some creative ways to keep the spirit of the holiday burning for your family.
Kids having fun making holiday crafts

8 cute holiday crafts for kids that create fond memories for years to come

Holiday crafts for kids are a wonderful way to create treasured keepsakes. Try these cute and easy ideas.